Staff Technician, Unmanned Systems Test Operator (R5214)

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San Diego, CaliforniaPosted 5 weeks ago

Role Overview

Shield AI is hiring a Staff Technician, Unmanned Systems Test Operator (R5214). This is a full-time role in San Diego, California. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

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Job description

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software and V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.

Job Description

The HMS UAS Operations Technician is responsible for the execution of surrogate flight test operations supporting the Hivemind portfolio. This role conducts day-to-day flight activities, aircraft preparation, system configuration, field operations, and operational support for autonomy testing.

The HMS UAS Operations Technician serves as the primary operator and technical lead for Group 1/2 UAS test assets, ensuring aircraft, payloads, ground control systems, and supporting equipment are mission-ready and operated in accordance with established procedures, safety requirements, and operational standards.

This position works closely with software, systems, and flight operations teams to support the integration, validation, and operational assessment of autonomy capabilities in laboratory, ground, and flight environments.

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How do I apply for the Staff Technician, Unmanned Systems Test Operator (R5214) position at Shield AI?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Shield AI. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Where is the Staff Technician, Unmanned Systems Test Operator (R5214) position at Shield AI located?

This position is based in San Diego, California. Shield AI has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Staff Technician, Unmanned Systems Test Operator (R5214) at Shield AI earn?

Shield AI has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Staff Technician, Unmanned Systems Test Operator (R5214) role at Shield AI posted?

This role was posted on June 12, 2026 (41 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.